The 33 Excellent Places To Find Indiana Geodes in 2025

Cut geode from Indiana

Geodes in Indiana are one of the state’s best kept natural surprises and they’re hiding in places most people drive past every day. Along creek banks farm fields and rocky road cuts in southern Indiana lie round ordinary looking rocks that crack open to reveal sparkling quartz crystals and sometimes stunning purple or smoky interiors. … Read more

The 37 Most Promising Places To Find Opal In Iowa In 2025

Iowa’s landscape was carved by massive glaciers over 12,000 years ago, leaving behind unique geological formations that still surprise rock hunters today. While Iowa isn’t famous for opals like Australia, dedicated rockhounds have found some interesting specimens in unexpected places across the state. The thrill of discovering these colorful gems makes the hunt worthwhile. We’ve … Read more

The 26 Different Types of Geodes And What They All Look Like

A huge amethyst geode showing spectacular purple crystals

Open amethyst geode photo provided by malta stones

At first glance, a geode seems like a plain, round, and ordinary rock. But once you crack it open, you’ll discover a treasure trove of sparkling crystals inside! It starts as bubbles in volcanic rock or as animal burrows, tree roots, or mud balls in sedimentary rock. Over millions of years, minerals seep in and … Read more

The Most Unique Gold You’ll Ever See, Dazzling Hureaulite Crystals, And Identifying Tree Agates And Moss Agates

Rose pink hureaulite crystals

Rose pink hureaulite crystals

Another exciting week of rockhounding has wrapped up and the Rock Chasing community has been busy! This week we’ll cover:  All that and more below! Win new gear in our community! We are giving away new equipment every month to followers of our social channels. Every follow gives you another chance each month to win … Read more

Our 22 Most Recommended Spots To Find And Dig For Crystals In Mississippi In 2025

A gorgeous unique-colored maroon jasper with an irregular shape

Mississippi is surrounded by a hidden treasure trove of shimmering crystals waiting to be discovered. There’s something truly enchanting about unearthing these magnificent gems meticulously formed over millions of years. Crystals’ sheer beauty and diversity are 2awe-inspiring, leaving a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to find them. Mississippi’s rich geological landscape offers many opportunities … Read more

How To Find Geodes And Where To Look In 2025 (Experts Guide)

Three geodes of different varieties that can be found

Geodes are stunning and vibrant rocks that are highly sought after and can be very valuable. Roughly spherical or oval in shape, geodes are defined by a hollow cavity encompassed with beautifully layered bands of minerals and intricate arrangements of crystals.  Read on to find information on how geodes form, the different types of geodes, … Read more